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19 Jul

Sunfeast Mom’s Magic sparks nationwide conversation on adoption, celebrates motherhood beyond bloodlines

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ITC’s Sunfeast Mom’s Magic hosted a powerful panel discussion in Kolkata, championing the cause that “every child deserves a mother’s magic.” Held in collaboration with the upcoming film Dear Maa, the event featured voices from cinema and social welfare, including actor Mandira Bedi, filmmaker Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury, actor Jaya Ahsan, ISSA Secretary Soumeta Medhora, and ITC Foods' Chief Digital Marketing Officer Shuvadip Banerjee. The campaign centered around normalizing adoption and honoring adoptive mothers, whose love, the brand emphasized, is no less than that of biological mothers. A poignant highlight was the unveiling of a poem titled “Dil Se Maa”, paying…

19 Jul

SRK adds ‘Wow’ to every bite; Sunfeast Wowzers unveils new campaign with Shah Rukh Khan

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ITC’s Sunfeast Wowzers has roped in Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan as its brand endorser, aiming to deepen consumer engagement with a fresh burst of charm and indulgence. The cracker brand, known for its bold cheesy flavor and unique 14-layer crispy texture, is redefining the snacking experience with a promise of “Wow” in every bite. The campaign, featuring a vibrant TVC conceptualized by Ogilvy and launched across digital platforms, showcases Shah Rukh Khan’s signature charisma under the tagline, “Iske Har Bite Mein Hai Wow!” The actor’s association is set to enhance brand recall and position Sunfeast Wowzers as a top…

19 Jul

ixigo shares jump over 15%, hit new 52-week high after Q1 results

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Ixigo shares: Shares of travel services provider Le Travenues Technologies (Ixigo) rose 15.24% to hit a new 52-week high of ₹206 on the BSE, a day after the company announced its June quarter results. On the National Stock Exchange, ixigo shares rose as much as 15% to hit an intraday high of ₹206.20. Ixigo's operating revenue rose 75% to ₹321 crore in the quarter ended June 2025 from ₹184 crore in the same period a year ago. Its net profit rose 28% to ₹19 crore as against ₹15 crore in the same period last year. Operationally, ixigo reported strong performance…

18 Jul

Crude oil prices upsurge on spot demand

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New Delhi, Crude oil prices rose by Rs 76 to Rs 5,868 per barrel in futures trade on Friday as traders increased the size of their deals following strong spot demand. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, the price of crude oil contract for August delivery rose by Rs 76 or 1.31 percent to Rs 5,868 per barrel in a business of 11,533 lots. Analysts said crude oil prices rose in futures trade as participants increased their deals. Globally, West Texas Intermediate crude was trading 0.80 percent higher at $68.08 per barrel, while Brent crude rose 0.65 percent to $69.97 per…

18 Jul

Tata Motors Unveils Ace Pro: India’s Most Affordable 4-Wheel Mini-Truck

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Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, creating a new milestone in cargo mobility with the launch of the all-new Tata Ace Pro, heralding a transformative era in small cargo mobility. With an unbeatable starting price of just Rs. 3.99 lakh, the Tata Ace Pro is India’s most affordable four-wheel mini truck, delivering exceptional efficiency, unmatched versatility, and superior value. Designed to empower a new wave of entrepreneurs, the Tata Ace Pro is available in Petrol, Bi-Fuel (CNG + Petrol), and Electric variants – providing customers with the flexibility to choose the ideal solution for their business needs. Customers can…

18 Jul

JSW Cement proudly announces the launch of CHD JalKavach

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JSW Cement has launched CHD JalKavach, a revolutionary super-premium cement powered by Turbo Gel Technology, marking India’s first water-repellent cement specifically engineered for moisture-prone regions like West Bengal and Bihar. Announced by JSW Cement CEO Nilesh Narwekar, the product promises superior resistance to seepage, dampness, and corrosion—common challenges during the monsoon season in Eastern India. “The weather in this region compromises concrete longevity. CHD JalKavach is a targeted solution for stronger, longer-lasting structures,” said Narwekar. Formulated with a polymer-enriched hydration matrix, the Turbo Gel Technology enhances compressive strength and workability. The cement’s slag-based composition also supports JSW’s sustainability goals, offering…

18 Jul

Skill India Mission marks decade of empowerment, 6 crore trained

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Union Minister of State (I/C) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Jayant Chaudhary, today inaugurated a week-long celebration commemorating the 10-year milestone of the Skill India Mission. Coinciding with World Youth Skills Day, the event underscored the mission's profound impact, having trained over 6 crore individuals across the nation. Minister Chaudhary, describing the journey as 'Kaushal ka Dashak' (Decade of Skill), highlighted the mission's role in transforming India's youth into a dynamic workforce, both domestically and globally. He noted the consolidation of fragmented skilling efforts into a unified "whole-of-government and whole-of-society approach." Significant achievements include the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana…

18 Jul

Indian Racing League makes history with first-ever driver draft for 2025 season

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The Indian Racing Festival 2025 roared to life with a historic milestone — the Indian Racing League (IRL) conducted its first-ever official Driver Draft at Taj Lands End, Mumbai, unveiling a full lineup of 24 drivers across six city-based franchises. The event brought together franchise owners, motorsport executives, and media to mark a transformative moment in Indian motorsport, promising a more inclusive, data-driven, and competitive season ahead. Each team selected a diverse quartet comprising an international ace, a domestic Indian talent, an emerging Indian-origin or global racer, and a female driver. Notable inclusions include Neel Jani, Jon Lancaster, and Raoul…

18 Jul

Honda India Foundation launches ‘Project Buniyaad’ in Sikkim to empower youth through hospitality training

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On the occasion of World Youth Skills Day, Honda India Foundation (HIF) launched its flagship CSR initiative, Project Buniyaad, in Sikkim through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with the Directorate of Craftsmanship Training & Scheme (DCTSE), Skill Development Department (SDD), Government of Sikkim. The MoU was formalized at Chintan Bhawan, Gangtok, in the presence of Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang and senior officials from HIF and the state government. The initiative, part of the World Bank-supported Sikkim INSPIRES Program, aims to provide structured, industry-aligned training in the hospitality sector, complete with certification and job placement. Targeted especially at youth…

17 Jul

Tech Mahindra Q1 results: Consolidated net profit upgrade 34% y-o-y to ₹1,141 crore; revenue up 2.7%

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Tech Mahindra on Wednesday, July 16 announced that its consolidated net profit rose 34% y-o-y to ₹1,140.6 crore in Q1 FY26 from ₹851.5 crore in the same period last year. The Pune-based company's operating revenue stood at ₹13,351 crore in the quarter under review, up 2.7% y-o-y to ₹11,263.7 crore from ₹13,005 crore in the June quarter of FY25. In Q1 FY26, Tech Mahindra generated revenues of ₹11,263.7 crore from its IT segment, up 3.55% from ₹10,878 crore in the same period last year. However, revenues from its business process services (BPS) declined 1.88% to ₹2,087.5 crore from ₹2,127.5 crore…